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Highlands, The

Very Good4-Star CMS Rating

335 NICHOLS ROAD, Fitchburg, MA 01420

168 Beds
Medicare Since 1988

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335 NICHOLS ROAD
Fitchburg, MA 01420

About Highlands, The

Nursing home overview and details

Highlands, The is a for-profit nursing home in Fitchburg, MA, serving Worcester County and the surrounding community. The facility has 168 certified beds with an average daily census of 155.6 residents.

Highlands, The has been Medicare and Medicaid certified since 1988, bringing 38 years of experience in long-term care. The facility is affiliated with LIFE CARE CENTERS OF AMERICA, which provides administrative support and oversight.

Highlands, The has earned a 4-star overall quality rating from CMS, reflecting strong performance across health inspections, quality measures, and staffing. When choosing a nursing home in Fitchburg, MA, consider factors including quality ratings, staffing levels, safety record, and whether the facility meets your specific care needs.

At a Glance

Overall Rating4/5 Stars
Certified Beds168
Avg. Residents/Day155.6
OwnershipFor profit - Limited Liability company
Provider TypeMedicare and Medicaid
Family CouncilBoth
SprinklersYes
CCRCNo
CountyWorcester
Affiliated Doctors2

Quality Ratings

CMS quality performance measures

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CMS Overall Nursing Home Rating

Highlands, The has earned a 4-star overall quality rating from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), reflecting above-average performance across health inspections, quality measures, and staffing levels. This rating places the facility among the higher-rated nursing homes in its area.

Health Inspection

Average

Quality Measures

Excellent

Staffing

Average

Source: CMS Nursing Home Compare Data

Staffing

Nurse staffing hours and turnover

Highlands, The provides 3.83 total nursing hours per resident per day, of which 0.41 hours are from registered nurses. The facility reports a nurse turnover rate of 24.1%, which is lower than many facilities, suggesting staff stability. RN-specific turnover is 26.3%. Weekend staffing averages 3.45 hours per resident per day.

RN Hours per Resident per Day0.41
Total Nurse Hours per Resident per Day3.83
Total Nurse Turnover Rate24.1%
RN Turnover Rate26.3%
Weekend Staffing (Hours/Resident/Day)3.45

Safety & Compliance

Regulatory record and safety data

Highlands, The has a clean regulatory record with no fines, penalties, or abuse flags from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. This is an important consideration for families evaluating nursing home safety, as it indicates the facility has maintained compliance with federal quality standards. The facility has no infection control deficiencies on record, which is particularly important for the health and safety of elderly residents.

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Frequently Asked Questions

About Highlands, The

What is the CMS rating for Highlands, The?

Highlands, The has a 4-star overall quality rating from CMS, which evaluates nursing homes across health inspections, quality measures, and staffing levels.

How many beds does Highlands, The have?

Highlands, The has 168 certified beds with an average daily census of 155.6 residents.

What type of facility is Highlands, The?

Highlands, The is a for profit - limited liability company nursing home serving Worcester County in Fitchburg, MA.

How many doctors practice at Highlands, The?

2 physicians are affiliated with Highlands, The. View the full list above to find doctors by specialty.

Does Highlands, The have any safety concerns?

Highlands, The has a clean regulatory record with no fines, penalties, or abuse flags from CMS.

Data source: CMS Nursing Home Compare ·